Spelt Muffins with Strawberries and Almonds

I can offer you a recipe for tasty Spelt Muffins with Strawberries and Almonds. Here are the ingredients and the preparation.

Ingredients

• 200 g of spelt flour
• 100 g of ground almonds
• 100 g of brown sugar
• 1 egg
• 80 ml of seed oil or coconut oil
• 100 ml of milk (or a plant-based drink, if you prefer)
• 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
• 1 sachet of baking powder
• A pinch of salt
• 150 g of fresh strawberries, cut into small pieces

Preparation

1. Preheat the oven to 180 °C.
2. In a bowl, mix the spelt flour with the ground almonds, baking powder, and a pinch of salt.
3. In another bowl, beat the egg with the brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. Add the oil and vanilla extract, then mix well.
4. Combine the dry ingredients with the wet ones, alternating with the milk, stirring gently so as not to deflate the mixture.
5. Add the diced strawberries and stir gently to distribute them evenly.
6. Fill the muffin cups to about 3/4 of their height with the mixture.
7. Bake in the oven for about 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
8. Let the muffins cool on a wire rack before serving.

Spelt muffins are an excellent choice for those looking for healthier alternatives to classic desserts. Spelt has a lower glycemic index compared to wheat flour, and almonds add a crunchy touch as well as being a good source of healthy fats.

If you love Italian flavors, you might sprinkle your muffins with a little powdered sugar flavored with grated lemon zest for a citrusy touch that pairs well with the sweetness of the strawberries.